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Taking soft wood cuttings

Tutor: Rachel, keen gardener and print artist

Plants for free! Did you know that you can multiply many of your shrubs, simply by taking cuttings from them? Join Rachel as she shares hints and tips on how to save money in the garden.

Preparation

Prepare your materials.

Video time

13 minutes

  • Shrubs, to take cuttings from (see suggestions below)
  • Secateurs
  • Sharp knife
  • Good quality compost
  • 7cm pots
  • Thin canes or rods
  • Polythene bag.
  • Lavender
  • Hydrangea
  • Rosemary
  • Verbena
  • Buddleja
  • Fuchsia
  • Pelargonium
  • Salvia
  • Lavatera